By now I’m sure you know how much I LOVE using read alouds in the classroom. It’s so important for building classroom community and instilling a love of reading. But did you know one of my favorite ways to incorporate read alouds is by using audiobooks?
Audiobooks make read alouds SO easy! Read on for 5 (quick!) reasons why I think YOU should be using audiobooks too!
But first—if you’re not convinced read alouds are for you, check the posts below:
How to Make Time for Classroom Read Alouds
5 Ways to Make Read Alouds More Meaningful
Top Ten Read Alouds for 3rd Grade
Top Ten Read Alouds for 4th Grade
Top Ten Read Alouds for 5th Grade
1. Shared stories create bonds.
We've been listening to a lot of stories I enjoyed as a child. It's so fun to see my students interact with the same characters that I loved. BONUS: It's a great conversation starter at home too! Students can chat with their families/friends about books they've loved.
2. Listening (without watching) is calming.
There's a lot stressing us out right now. Playing audiobooks is a fantastic way to "reset" after a tough lesson, behavior breakdown, disappointment, etc.
3. Audiobooks make transitions smoother.
Often when we come in from recess/PE or need to kill 15 minutes, the audiobook comes to the rescue.
4. Audiobooks give you time to accomplish other tasks.
Do you need 10 minutes to prep for the next lesson? Playing a chapter of your current audiobook is a great use of time. You don’t need to sit and focus on reading BUT your class still gets to listen!
5. Rest your voice!
We know that reading is THE BEST for child development, building community, etc. But you don't have to carry that load all on your own. Play an audiobook, sit down, relax, and enjoy it too.
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